New iOS 26 Feature Freezes FaceTime Video and Audio when Nudity Detected

iOS 26 introduces a new feature that pauses FaceTime video and audio if nudity is detected during a call. This unexpected feature has been discovered by users of the iOS 26 Developer Beta and raises privacy concerns among users. When nudity is detected, the call freezes, and users are presented with a warning screen giving them the option to resume the call or end it. Apple has assured users that the detection of nudity is done on-device using machine learning, ensuring that no data is sent to or accessed by Apple. The implementation of this feature has sparked discussions about privacy and the implications of on-device monitoring.